SSVF Eligibility

Must have served at least 1 day of active duty and have a discharge other than dishonorable

Household income must be below 50% area median income for their family size

Must be either literally homeless or imminently at risk of being homeless

Literally homeless = rapid rehousing = staying in a place not fit for human habitation (i.e. park, vehicle, street, etc.); emergency shelter or transitional housing, or less than 90 days in an institution and was literally homeless prior to entering the institution.

Imminently at risk of being homeless = prevention = shared housing; motel not paid for by friends or family; couch surfing; sub-standard housing.

Veterans in the “Prevention” category must have an eviction notice or verification that they are required to leave their current housing. They also must pass the Prevention Screening disposition criteria which assesses risk factors. This helps us to prioritize prevention funding for those with the greatest need.

Veteran family must have no other sources of support or resources and would be homeless ‘but for’ assistance from the SSVF program.